How to Prepare Panamanian Paella : Latin-Twisted Dishes

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option, while regular milk is budget-friendly.

Warm olive oil in a paella pan until smoking.

Add chopped onions, garlic, saffron, bell peppers, peas, and chorizo; cook until softened.

Add chicken and mussels to the mixture to start cooking.

Once those are cooked, add shrimp, lobster, and scallops to the pan.

Create a soup-like mixture with the proteins and vegetables.

Add rice to the soup mixture and stir to combine.

Transfer the mixture to a 375° oven and bake for 45 minutes.

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